Job Title: Elite Level Coach & Technical Advisor, Women’s Artistic Gymnastics
Reporting To: Program Director, Women’s Artistic Gymnastics
Hours: Full-time
Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus benefits
Date: August 28, 2023
DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Adhere to and actively promote our Purpose, Mission and Cultural Cornerstones
Purpose: Positive Impact for Life!
Mission: Foster healthy minds, healthy bodies, and healthy journeys in pursuit of excellence
Cornerstones: Safety First! Respect, Always, Keep it Fun!, Character is Key, Love to Learn,
Give Back, Team Strong
As the Elite Level Coach /Technical Lead, Women’s Artistic Gymnastics, duties will include, but are not limited to:
Coaching
· National and Elite Stream Group
o Holistically contribute to the growth of each gymnast as a person
o Identify strengths and weaknesses of gymnasts
o Nurture and develop gymnasts’ potential skills and abilities
o Motivate and prepare gymnasts for competitive events
o Direct gymnasts during athletic events; provincial, national and international travel required
o Analyze and evaluate gymnasts’ performances and modify training programs
o Observe and evaluate gymnasts’ skills and performance, and review their past record
o Set training schedules: weekly, monthly, yearly for competitive team
o Participate in parent/coach meetings
· Developmental Group
o Assist (time permitting) with coaching and athlete assessments
o Guide Developmental Coordinator in development of training plans according to overall program goals
Strategy
Formulate competitive strategy /direction for the entire Women's Program.
· National Stream Group
o Plan, develop and implement training and practice sessions
o Plan, develop and co-ordinate competitive schedules and programs
o Assess and implement conditioning and power program
o Consult regarding equipment needs
Knowledge Sharing
Provide coaching clinics for Women’s Program staff.
· Conduct clinics (monthly or as required) to share best practices focusing on beam, bars, vault, floor and trampoline
· Assess needs and conduct clinics on other specialized applicable topics
Education
· Completion of a Post-Secondary Degree or Diploma in related field
· National Coaching Certificate Level 3
· National Coaching Certificate Level 4 or FIG Level 3
· Respect in Sport Certified
· Current and up to date CPR/First Aid Certification
Experience
· 10 years experience in national/international women’s artistic gymnastic coaching
· Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within women’s competitive gymnastics
· Strong technical knowledge of women’s artistic gymnastics
· Experience coaching athletes to Olympic/World Championship level
Key Competencies
· Energetic and actively fostering a positive environment
· Approachable and solution oriented
· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision
· Ability to multi-task and prioritize
· Willingness to participate in training and various educational opportunities
Please send resume to:
Janna Ball - [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
